Reuters

03 Jun 2026, 17:00 UTC · 4h ago

Unconfirmed US case of flesh-eating screwworm rattles cattle markets, traders say

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Samples of a suspected flesh-eating screwworm parasite infestation on a Texas cattle farm have been sent for federal testing. — A confirmed outbreak of screwworms could lead to livestock deaths, costly eradication efforts, and potential trade restrictions on U.S. beef.
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